Full Charge Bookkeeper

New Orleans Teleport

Lafayette, Louisiana

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Receivable Management, Analysis Skills, Billing, Bookkeeping, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Credit Cards, Data Entry, Double-Entry Bookkeeping, Establish Priorities, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Journal Entries, Microsoft Excel, Payroll Administration, Pivot Tables, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lafayette, Louisiana
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job description:

Job Overview

This mid-sized company is seeking an experienced Full-charge Bookkeeper to manage all financial record-keeping. This role handles everything from daily transactions (AP/AR, payroll) to producing month/year-end financial statements, combining basic bookkeeping with advanced accounting tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Management: Data entry, accounts payable (bills), and accounts receivable (invoices).

Reconciliation: Reconciling bank, credit card, and loan accounts.

Payroll & Taxes: Processing payroll and deductions using the Paychex system. Managing employee onboarding and offboarding paperwork to ensure all documentation is complete and submitted.

Financial Reporting: Preparing balance sheets, income statements (P&L), and cash flow statements.

Month/Year-End Close: Closing books, preparing for audits, and handling year-end filings.

Qualifications

Minimum 4 years of experience as a Full-charge Bookkeeper.

Proficient in accounting principles and understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and journal entries.

Experience with accounting software, preferably Sage 50.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, graphs, and charts.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for problem-solving and data-driven reporting.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proven ability to prioritize projects, meet deadlines, and maintain reliable attendance.

Strong skills in accounts payable/receivable management and payroll processing

Effective communication skills for financial report writing and collaboration with team members

Strong skills in accounts payable/receivable management and payroll processing

FYI: What is a Full-charge Bookkeeper?

- End-to-End Control: They own the entire accounting cycle, whereas a basic bookkeeper may only handle data entry.

- Bridge Role: They operate between basic bookkeeping and a full accountant, providing strategic insights without requiring a controller or CPA.

- Ideal For: Businesses that have outgrown basic bookkeeping but do not yet require a full accounting department.

Join us as a Full Charge Bookkeeper to play a crucial role in maintaining our organization’s financial integrity. Your expertise will help ensure our financial operations run smoothly while supporting our mission-driven initiatives. We value dedicated professionals who thrive on accuracy and proactive problem-solving—your skills will make a meaningful difference every day!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

 

About the Company

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New Orleans Teleport